The Catholic tradition is one of the most special and distinctive characteristics of Notre Dame. One of the most meaningful things a club can offer is the opportunity for alumni and friends to worship together through an event such as a communion breakfast, family mass, or alumni retreat.
NOTRE DAME CLUB OF GETTYSBURG PROJECTS
(Projects will be updated for 2010 as they occur.)
 Father Corby Field Mass - In late June or early July the club conducts a field mass on the Gettysburg battlefield at the site where Father William Corby gave general absolution to the Irish Brigade. In 2009 this Mass took place on 6/27 at 10:00am, with approximately 75 people in attendance. Father Michael Reid, our club chaplain, celebrated the Mass. Prior to the Mass John Murphy provided the history of Father William Corby and then led the opening hymn. At the conclusion of the Mass there was an additional ceremony where Missy Conboy planted 2 flags in front of the monument - the US flag and the Irish Brigade flag. John then ended the event by playing TAPS. As usual, the UND Celebration took place following the Mass. For details of the 2009 event click on the following links. Mass Luncheon Awards
 Club Masses - Each year the club sponsors three Masses - the Corby Field Mass (mentioned above), a Lenten Mass, and a Mass during Advent. The 2009 Lenten Mass took place on April 4 (see details below). The Advent Mass has not yet been scheduled as of thie time.
At most of our Masses we are fortunate to have "Father Mike" Reid, ND graduate, celebrate the event with us. In some cases we also include other celebrants, such as Father Monk Malloy when he visited for the 2008 UND Celebration.
 Lenten Retreat - On April 4th the club conducted a Lenten Retreat at Gettysburg College. William Coolinge, a Theologian from Mount Saint Mary's University provided a lecture on Catholic Social Justice from 10:00am to noon. Following a Mass in Christ Chapel on the campus, a luncheon was held at the PIKE Restaurant. Twelve (12) members attended these events. Father Michael Reid, our club chaplain and ND graduate, celebrated the mass for the club. All three events were coordinated by Alan Perry, our Faith Activities Director, who did his usual great job. Lenten Event Bulletin
PRAY at ND - Click here to go to the ND site which allows you to pray via Notre Dame no matter wherever you are.
If you have ideas for spiritual events or want information please contact Alan Perry at aperry@gettysburg.edu.
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